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Why Is Buying a New Home in Kyle Better Than in Austin?

Austin is one of the coolest and quirkiest cities in the U.S. People love it for its music venues, booming tech scene, diversity of entertainment, some of the best BBQ in the U.S., and Bat City. “Keep Austin weird” is a celebrated moniker and for good reason.

And of course, when you stroll along Sixth Street, you’ll encounter a lot of college students from the University of Texas at Austin and other colleges.

Here are the reasons why buying a new home in Kyle may be a better option than in Austin.

  1. Affordability

In the last decade, Austin has grown massively popular. Along with that comes soaring median housing prices. Many area real estate agents say happy homeowners love the affordable homes and lifestyle in Kyle. You can find a brand new house in the Crosswinds community in Kyle starting in the mid-$200s.

Property taxes are another advantage of living in Kyle. The city has recently reduced the property tax rate by 4 percent as Fox 7 Austin reports.

  1. Quieter Small-Town Lifestyle

With Austin being a quick trek away, Kyle residents relish the small-town lifestyle. They can go to Austin anytime they want to take advantage of its many offerings. Besides, more businesses have moved close to Kyle, some of which are big wigs like Lowe’s Kyle, Amazon’s Kyle facility, Tesla, and ENF Technology U.S. headquarters.

  1. Location

Kyle is located only 20 miles from downtown Austin. Additionally, many of the places you want to visit are located within 30 minutes from Kyle. And you can fly to many places, even international destination, from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA).

Kyle citizens love to visit Austin and find a happy medium by living on the outskirts of Austin. They’re close enough to take advantage of Austin’s incredible resources and entertainment.

These are not the only reasons, but they’re the biggest reasons Kyle residents share. Browse this blog and you’ll see all that Kyle has to offer! Besides, you cannot find a community like Crosswinds in Austin.

The landscape architects of Crosswinds worked to preserve the natural beauty of the Texas prairies that captivated the area’s first explorers. At the same time, the landscape architects wanted to design a community for families that brings everyone and the outdoors together.

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What Real Estate Agents Say About This Kyle Community

Searching for a master-planned community near Austin that’s amazing, affordable, and filled with amenities? Discover Crosswinds and its idyllic setting near major thoroughfares. When you live in Crosswinds, you’re just 20 miles from Austin City Limits.

This exciting Kyle community showcases master-planned amenities including the Windy Point Amenity Center, which features a resort-style pool and splash pad, shading with seating, gathering area around the fireplace, BBQ grills and picnic benches, and playground equipment.

Outdoor lovers and exercisers will have access to many community trails and sidewalks. The area contains plenty of open spaces for flying kites and playing soccer. A dog park and playing fields are in the works.

We admit it. We’re a tad biased. So, check out what real estate agents say about Crosswinds in Kyle, Texas.

Atoosa Ponsford, RE/MAX Posh Properties

Atoosa learned about Crosswinds from friends and families. She checked out the community and the first thing people talk about are the affordable homes. “Anyone we talk to in Crosswinds, they are always so cheerful, so happy, they just love the community, so that makes my clients feel like this can be their future home,” she says.

Linda Villanueva, Coldwell Banker Realty

According to Linda, Kyle is a growing community, which makes it a valuable investment for first-home and move-up buyers. When she thinks of the high quality of homes and value for your investment, Crosswinds is one of the first communities that comes to her mind.

Briana Farris, Keller Williams Realty

Briana’s favorite thing about the beautiful Crosswinds community is the amenities it offers. This includes the Windy Point Amenity Center with a pool and splash area as well as park areas and nature trails. Moreover, the community features three award-winning builders with a variety of floorplans.

Brittney Heffernan, David Brodsky Properties

The location, the layout of the community, the builder selection, and community events makes Crosswinds one of Brittney’s favorite communities in the Kyle and Buda area. The location makes it easy to access the different areas of Austin. She also says Crosswinds’ builder and developer partnership is perfect.

Crosswinds in Kyle offers easy access to employment and endless getaway possibilities around the Texas Hill Country. “So, if you’re looking for a place to call home, make it Crosswinds,” says Brandon Holley, a real estate agent with Superior Town and Country Realty. “The decision should be easy as pie.”

Connect with our Crosswinds community team on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or browse the inventory of new homes in Kyle.

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Why You’ll Love Living in a Master-Planned Community

What exactly is a master-planned community? According to wiseGEEK, “The basic definition of a master planned community is a community for which every element and consideration is planned from the beginning, and the community is contracted to follow that plan exactly.”

BusinessDictionary defines it as “A type of residential plan that includes an unusual number of recreational amenities such as parks, golf courses, lakes, bike paths, and jogging trails. The scope of the plan is very large scale and the number and variety of amenities clearly separates it from a normal plan for a housing subdivision.”

Many communities claim they’re a master-planned community when they are not. If you’re looking for a true master-planned community, take a look at Crosswinds in Kyle.

About Crosswinds

The architects of Crosswinds wanted to preserve the natural beauty of the Texas prairies that captivated the first explorers to the area. Simultaneously, they desired to design a community for families by creating a lifestyle that brings everyone and the outdoors together.

Connection throughout the entire community is comprised of roads and trails that meander through parks and open spaces. The first step in making this master-planned community a reality is selecting builders who emphasize community in their mission. And that’s exactly what trails that meander through parks and open spaces. The first step in making this master-planned community a reality is selecting builders who emphasize community in their mission. And that’s exactly what you get when you work with Pacesetter Homes, Highland Homes, and Gehan Homes.

Kyle, Texas Location

Another important factor about this community is its location. Residents of this community have fine dining, lots of entertainment options, and world-class shopping close by. Crosswinds in Kyle is only 20 minutes south of Austin and 15 minutes north of San Marcos. Here are some places just 30 minutes from Kyle.

Kyle is filled with acres of open green space and trails that will draw you in to enjoy the outdoors. The youngest residents in Crosswinds will receive a stellar education from Hays Consolidated Independent School District (HCISD).

For those looking to broaden their knowledge in higher education, Austin Community College has an ACC Hays Campus. ACC Hays offers a co-enrollment program with Texas State University in San Marcos. This allows students to take classes at both schools. Anyone interested in law enforcement and emergency management will appreciate that ACC Hays has the college’s only First Responding Training Center.

Kyle and Crosswinds are growing together. Uptown Kyle is getting its own version of the Domain. Both have everything you need to live a relaxed and fulfilling life with more things on the way.

Want to look at new homes in Kyle? You can safely explore the homes virtually. Questions? Contact our Crosswinds team.

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3 Ways Crosswinds Amenities Enable You to Live a Vital Lifestyle

When thinking about buying a home, do you also wonder what type of community amenities are available and the impact they can have on your life? Our Crosswinds amenities here in Kyle, Texas offer ample opportunities for your family to get out and live a vital lifestyle.

3 Ways Crosswinds Amenities Enable You to Live a Vital Lifestyle

1. Windy Point Amenity Center

Our brand new Windy Point Amenity Center is the heartbeat of our community. Not only does it have a large pool for families to enjoy, but it also has a splash pad, sunbathing shelves, shaded structures, a playground and a grilling area so your family can spend hours of quality time together outside.

2. Hike and Bike Trails

Get your heart rate up and explore nature with a thrilling ride on the hike and bike trails interwoven throughout our master-planned community. Or spend a cool evening talking with friends as you stroll along our trails.

3. Open Spaces

Our master-planned community in Kyle is known for its wide-open spaces. More than 130 acres of parks, trails and greenbelts provide space for families to spread out and enjoy some time outdoors. Have a picnic, play an impromptu game of soccer or just take some time to lay down and look up at the clouds.

In case you didn’t pick it up on it, our master-plan design and Crosswinds amenities are focused on preserving the natural beauty of the Texas prairie that first drew explorers to this landscape long ago. They are also designed to connect families by creating a lifestyle which brings people together. So if you’re on the hunt for homes near Austin, our community may be the place for you!

Enrich the quality of your life by owning a home at Crosswinds and enjoy our Crosswinds amenities. Contact us today to learn more about our available homes or connect with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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Crosswinds at a Glance – Crosswinds FAQ

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You’ve probably heard a lot about Crosswinds, our new master-planned community in Kyle, or maybe you haven’t, but either way you want to know more. Get to know more about our community and the new homes at Crosswinds with the answers to these frequently asked questions.

Why is Crosswinds the perfect place to call home?

As a picturesque master-planned community in Kyle, Crosswinds is the ideal location for families who want to be close to Austin but not actually live in the city. Essentially, Crosswinds is the perfect place for you to stretch out your arms and take in a deep breath of fresh air.

What is there to do at Crosswinds?

The community amenities at Crosswinds are excellent for families that want to spend time together outside. More than 130 acres of parks, trails and greenbelts provide plenty of space for biking, jogging, picnics and so much more! Let’s not forget about the newly opened Windy Point Amenity Center, which features a resort-style pool to help you beat the summer heat.

What school district is Crosswinds in, and what schools will children attend?

Our community of homes near Austin is part of the renowned Hays CISD. As for the specific schools, kindergarten through fifth grade attend Pfluger Elementary, sixth through eighth grade attend Chapa Middle School and ninth through twelfth grade attend Lehman High School.

Who are the homebuilders, and what are their lot sizes?

We have three exceptional builders that create the beautiful new homes at Crosswinds: Highland Homes, Meritage Homes and Pacesetter Homes. As for the lot sizes, Highland Homes builds on 50’ lots and 60’ lots, Meritage Homes builds on 50’ lots and Pacesetter Homes builds on 40’ lots and 50’ lots. We know that it can be hard to pick a builder, and that’s why we wrote a little guide to help you figure out which builder is the one for you!

What are the yearly HOA dues?

For our master-planned community, the yearly Home Owner Association dues are $575 and include maintenance of the community amenities and common areas. Our HOA is also managed by Guardian Associate Management.

Who handles utilities and cable?

The City of Kyle handles the water, sewer and trash collection. Natural gas is handled by CentralPoint Energy and electricity is handled by Pedernales Electric Cooperative. Lastly, internet, phone and TV are handled by Time Warner Cable.

We hope these answered some of your questions about our lovely master-planned community in Kyle! Now, if you still have some questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the new homes at Crosswinds. You can also get a feel for our community by connecting with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Crosswinds at a Glance – New Master-Planned Community in Kyle, Texas

When you’re looking for a new home, there are quite a few things to consider that go well beyond the house itself. If you’re new to the area, then you’ll want to check out the amazing homes at Crosswinds, but you probably want to know more, don’t you? Well, here’s a quick run through of our wonderful new master-planned community in Kyle.

Crosswinds at a Glance – New Master-Planned Community in Kyle, Texas

Award-Winning Homebuilders

Crosswinds has chosen three exceptional homebuilders to build the beautiful new homes in our community. Each of them has a proven history of success and have won multiple awards in both their industry as well as with homebuyers. Highland Homes, Meritage Homes and Pacesetter Homes each have qualities that made the choice of having them be our builders a no-brainer.

Exemplary Education

As a new master-planned community in Kyle, we’re deeply connected with the families in our community and we understand the importance of their children’s education. That’s why we’re so proud to say that every single one of our community’s youngest residents will be able to attend school in the exemplary Hays Consolidated Independent School District. The specific schools the children will attend are: Pfluger Elementary School, Chapa Middle School and Lehman High School.

Community Amenities for Family Fun

Crosswinds showcases some truly great community amenities that are perfect for family fun! The Windy Point amenity center, which is nearing completion, will be the ideal spot for you to meet up with friends and family to have a blast. With a swimming pool and splash pad, you’ll stay plenty cool in these coming summer months and all the hike and bike trails will help you get outside and get your heart pumping while you explore nature.

Built with a Grand Design in Mind

Being a new master-planned community in Kyle, Crosswinds is being built with a grand design (master plan) in mind. Every part of our community was completely planned out before the first shovel ever went in the ground. This means that we’ve meticulously thought through every piece of our community to ensure that it’s perfect for our residents.

Are you interested in calling Crosswinds home? Contact us today and schedule a tour of our new master-planned community in Kyle. You can also connect with Crosswinds on Facebook and Twitter to stay in the loop on all the great things happening in and around our community.

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New Amenities Coming to Crosswinds

As far as master-planned communities go, we’d say Crosswinds is pretty top-notch, especially when you look at all the great new amenities coming to our community this year. With plans to have our lovely community amenity center completed by this summer, here are some of the great new amenities coming to Crosswinds.

New Amenities Coming to Crosswinds

Amenity Center

Encompassing all that is going to be further discussed below, the Crosswinds amenity center will be an ideal meeting place for residents and non-residents alike. Set to be ready in time for pool season, the amenity center will be the hot spot where you and your kiddos will want to spend all your free time during summer break.

Bathe in the Sun and Splash with Fun

Easily set to be everyone’s favorite, arguably the best new amenities will be the sunbathing shelves and spacious pool. Whether you’re looking to soak up some sun or splash around in the water, the resort-style pool will be wonderful!

Room to Run

On those days when your kids seem to have too much energy, you can send them off to play in the open spaces around the community amenity center where they can play tag or kickball with their friends. However, these open spaces will also be great for a relaxed family picnic. Sure, you could venture out to some of the beautiful parks near Kyle, but for a nature experience close to home, you’ll love these expansive open areas.

Are you as excited for the new amenities coming to Crosswinds as we are? Keep up with all the great new things that keep being built in our community, like our new homes in Kyle, by following Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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The Master Plan for Crosswinds in Kyle, Texas

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For the latest and greatest new homes in Kyle, TX, turn to our master-planned community – Crosswinds! As a master-planned community, everything has been thoughtfully planned out to perfectly accommodate your lifestyle. Here are some of the things in store for Crosswinds.

Plenty of Amenities

As a lifestyle-centric community, Crosswinds sets out to ensure that all of our residents have the opportunity to get out and be active. Our bountiful amenities will be perfect for families that are looking to enjoy the great outdoors together. The bicycle and jogging paths will lead residents to the multiple pools, outdoor gathering facilities and open playfields.

No master-planned community would be complete without an amenity center, and for Crosswinds in Kyle, Texas, that’s Windy Point! This wonderful amenity center will have everything a proper amenity center needs from a beach entry pool with lap lanes to a full-size sports court. There will even be a splash pad where your little ones can safely beat the summer heat.

Beautiful New Homes

Three extraordinary homebuilders – Highland Homes, Meritage Homes and Pacesetter Homes –build our beautiful houses. Crosswinds chose these homebuilders because of their reputation for distinctive home designs, versatile floor plans and a commitment to customer service.

Phase one is currently underway, but there will be more phases to come each with more homes. The base plan for phase 1 of Crosswinds includes 40’, 50’ and 60’ home lots. Pacesetter Homes is building on the 40’ lots and Highland Homes is building on the 60’ lots. All three of our builders are building on the 50’ lots. Our new homes in Kyle, TX start from the $200s.

This is just a small taste of what our master-planned community is like. Come check it out for yourself and see if you’re ready to call Crosswinds in Kyle, Texas home! Contact us today to set up a tour and get more information.

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Reasons to Buy New in Crosswinds

Have you and your family started looking at new homes in Kyle, TX? Look no further than our new master-planned community – Crosswinds! Here are a few things you should know about our new community and the Crosswinds homes.

Location

Located just south of Austin, in Kyle, Texas, Crosswinds residents will experience small town charm at its finest. If you work in Austin, you can easily commute from our master-planned community using I-35E! Crosswinds gives you all the benefits of living in a small town, while still having access to the city fun.

Homebuilders

Three astounding homebuilders – Highland Homes, Meritage Homes and Pacesetter Homes – will be building Crosswinds’ homes. Our hand-picked builders have been crafting excellent homes in the Austin area for decades and have a proven track record of quality construction and customer satisfaction. Our new homes in Kyle, TX will be built on 40’, 50’ and 60’ homesites using distinctive home designs and versatile floor plans.

Amenities

For the family that loves the great outdoors, Crosswinds is the perfect place to call home! Miles of hike and bike trails will connect residents to all the great things our master-planned community will have to offer. The Windy Point Amenity Center will feature amenities such as a kids’ pool and splash area, various playgrounds for children of all ages and a full-size sports court.

Education

We understand that education is extremely important. The youngest residents of Crosswinds will attend schools in the outstanding Hays County ISD. Students can attend the Pfluger Elementary School, Science Hall Elementary School, Chapa Middle School and Lehman High School. As for secondary education, Crosswinds is also near esteemed public universities and community colleges such as Austin Community College and the University of Texas at Austin.

These are just a handful of the many wonderful things about Crosswinds and our new homes in Kyle, TX. If you’d like to learn more about our master-planned community, contact Crosswinds today.

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